The Worst Colleges for Bachelor’s Degree Payoff, Ranked

San Diego Christian College began in 1970 as Christian Heritage College, created by evangelical Christian leaders who wanted a faith-centered college on the West Coast. The school later became San Diego Christian College and now describes itself as a private Christian liberal arts college serving traditional, adult, and graduate students.

With a 10-year average payoff of $15,000, the financial return is barely above zero in the early window. Smaller private colleges can face a difficult balance between tuition costs and graduates entering modest-paying fields. Payoff could vary widely by major, especially for students who pursue business, education, aviation, or graduate training.